鈥淐elebrating Identity Beyond Diagnosis: Recognition & Representation of Children on Rare Medical Journeys,鈥 a three-part series, will give voice to children with special needs and disabilities on Thursday, March 25, and Friday, March 26.
Local, global and youth perspectives will be addressed during three webinars:
鈥淏uilding Trust Through Representation: At the Intersection of Disability, Race and Parenting鈥
Thursday, March 25
Noon-1 p.m.
Join a discussion with Nikki Montgomery, Salina Miller and Patricia Parker, the authors of We Dare Be Brave: African American moms and the emotional journey of raising children with disabilities.
鈥淩ecognizing Beauty in Difference鈥
Thursday, March 25
6鈥7:30 p.m.
In this keynote address, photographer Rick Guidotti, founder of , will discuss , which emphasizes respect for the individuality and humanity of patients.
鈥淚n Our Own Words: PEARLS Ambassadors & Youth Advocacy鈥
Friday, March 26
1鈥2 p.m.
Panel of youth ambassadors will discuss their activism and their work to change people's perspectives.
The series is presented as part of the 2021 Cleveland Humanities Festival. The Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities and the CWRU Office for Disabilities Resources are co-sponsors. All events are free and open to the community, and will be presented virtually.
Learn more about the series and how to register for the webinars.